O God, author of life, you are the creator of every human person. You give the precious gift of life, sustaining each family, reflecting the love of your Holy Spirit. Fill each family with gratitude for the gift of life. Be with them when they are sorrowful. Be with them when they are joyful. Guide us, support us and give us your grace for this sacred calling. Amen.
So God created humankind in God's image, in the image of God he created them; male and female God created them. God blessed them, and God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply." (Genesis 1:27-28)